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LOT 1283
Rolled Aramaic Lead Magical Text Scroll
2ND-8TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (41 grams, 60 mm).
A rolled sheet-metal magical document with inscribed text in Aramaic.
Provenance
Acquired 1979-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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LOT 1283
Rolled Aramaic Lead Magical Text Scroll
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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